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THE ONLINE CHURCH (TOC)

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Celebrations

The Online Church (TOC) actively participates in and celebrates a variety of events as outlined in our constitution. These celebrations reflect our commitment to fostering community spirit and commemorating significant moments in the Christian calendar and our members' lives.

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people watching fireworks
The Nativity set figurine
The Nativity set figurine

Celebration Event Types

  1. International and Cultural Diversity Day: Embracing the rich cultural diversity within our community.

  2. Accountability and Vision Day: Reflecting on our achievements and setting future goals.

  3. TOC Members Invitation, Relationships, and Evangelism Day: Strengthening bonds within our community and encouraging outreach.

  1. New Year: Welcoming the new year with hope and gratitude.

  2. Easter: Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

  3. Christmas: Honouring the birth of Jesus Christ.

General Celebrations
TOC Specific Celebrations
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group of people sitting on chair
  1. Father's Day: Celebrating the contributions and love of fathers.

  2. Mother's Day(s): Honouring the care and dedication of mothers.

  3. Children's Day (Halloween Day): Focusing on the joy and importance of children.

  4. Youth and Young Adults Day (Valentine's Day): Recognising the vitality and potential of our younger members.

Group Celebrations
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At The Online Church (TOC), Personal Celebration Events Invitation Statement

Personal celebrations are private and individual to the members. Members may invite the church to participate, which can include officiating weddings, witnessing, or celebrating with them.

An invitation form must be completed first. Celebrants must be members of TOC, agree to our constitution, and adhere to Biblical teachings, principles, and values. We uphold the belief in gender as male and female and that marriage is between a man and a woman as defined by birth. We dedicate children rather than baptise them.

Our participation in personal celebration events depends on our availability, and we advise celebrants to check the general TOC calendar. If we cannot honour an invitation, we extend our best wishes to the celebrants. It is important to note that events we initially accepted may be subject to cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.

Personal scheduled events should not be postponed or rescheduled on our account. We wish celebrants goodwill and happiness for their celebrations. Events outside TOC's constitution and Biblical teachings will not be attended. We reserve the right to withdraw our acceptance without explanation and are not liable for any costs incurred by the celebrants. We also reserve the right to withdraw from any invitation based on deceit, untruthful statements, or any situation that compromises our beliefs, faith, and TOC principles.

Personal Celebrations

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wedding couple standing on winding road between trees under cumulus cloud
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happy birthday balloons with happy birthday text
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a group of people standing around a wooden casket
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group of childrens sitting on ground

Dedicating children to God.

Weddings and Traditional Marriages
Birthday Celebrations
Funerals and Bereavements
Child Dedications

Offering support and condolences.

Celebrating the union of couples.

Commemorating the gift of life.

Romans 12:15 ESV: "Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep."

Personal Invitation to TOC

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people standing on shore during golden hour
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white rose field